named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
SEEDS Early Childhood Education
Family-centered early childhood program for deaf and hard-of-hearing children from birth to age three, offering customized language pathways in ASL and Listening & Speaking, parent support, and developmental assessments.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Services 1 activity
- Delivering comprehensive education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students from infancy through age 21Provides individualized instruction and a language-rich, experiential learning environment for deaf and hard-of-hearing students from birth through age 21, including early childhood education (birth to age 3), elementary programs (K–6), and secondary education with workforce readiness support.
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School-Specific Educational Support 1 activity
- Enhancing educational quality through supplemental financial and non-financial supportFunds and provides additional resources to improve the quality of education at the New York School for the Deaf, beyond standard operational offerings.
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Safe and Inclusive School Environment 1 activity
- Ensuring a safe and inclusive school environment under DASAConducts prompt and thorough investigations into reported bullying incidents in compliance with the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) to maintain a respectful and supportive school climate.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Hosting enrichment programs with Deaf role modelsOrganizes skills clinics and inspirational presentations for student athletes led by prominent Deaf figures, such as Deaf basketball Hall of Famer Michael “Doc” Torres.
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Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs 1 activity
- Implementing structured behavioral and academic supportsUses Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to foster respectful, responsible, and kind behavior, and conducts regular staff team meetings to review student data and adjust instructional strategies, pacing, and groupings.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Maintaining a barrier-free communication environment through ASL useRequires all staff to use American Sign Language (ASL) in public campus areas and mandates position-specific ASL proficiency levels to ensure effective communication and cultural accessibility.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Promoting STEM opportunities for deaf high school studentsCo-directs the Future Deaf Scientists program, which offers STEM internship opportunities for deaf high school students through partnerships with five Deaf schools nationwide.
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Universal In-School Meal Service 1 activity
- Providing free meals to students from low-income familiesOffers free meals to all students due to the high percentage of enrollment from low-income households, supporting student well-being and access to nutrition during school hours.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Producing educational content featuring student participationCreates educational videos showcasing students demonstrating how to sign "I Love School" in multiple international sign languages, promoting linguistic diversity and student engagement.
- Supporting academic achievement and biliteracy among deaf studentsFacilitates academic excellence, as demonstrated by three Deaf students earning the New York State Seal of Biliteracy—the first such achievement by Deaf students in the state—and uses multiple assessment methods to monitor progress and inform instruction across subjects.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$20K
Contributions & grants$6K31%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$13K69%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$536K
Cash$386K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1K
Net assets$535K
Liquid reserves3654.8 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -3.3%
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- ASDC Partner — Source of universal principles for decisions about deaf children, applicable regardless of hearing technology choice
- ASL Connect Partner — Provider of online ASL courses and Deaf Studies courses
- Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Partner — Partnership through the Regional STEM Outreach Center (NRSC) serving the 12-state Southeastern region and nationally.
- Deaf West Theatre Partner — Linda Bove is a founding member of Deaf West Theatre, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Delgado Stone Distributors & Byram Mason, Building & Stone Supply Partner — Longtime sponsor of the school's Arbor Day event.
- Gallaudet University Partner — Multiple board members are affiliated with Gallaudet University, including as alumni, researchers, and program directors, indicating institutional collaboration.
- Jennifer Lomas Partner — SEEDS Lead Teacher providing direct instruction and contact for the program
- Michael “Doc” Torres Partner — Deaf basketball Hall of Famer who conducted a skills clinic and motivational presentation for student athletes.
- National Association of the Deaf Partner — Nation’s premier civil rights organization for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, advocating in areas including education, health care, and technology
- National Science Foundation Government — Denise Kavin is co-principal investigator with DeafTEC, a National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education National Center of Excellence.
- New York School for the Deaf Partner — Provides supplemental financial and non-financial support to enhance educational quality
- RIT Partner — Collaboration with RIT for assembling and collaborating across disciplines
- University of Rochester Medical Center Partner — Dr. Wyatte Hall is an assistant professor there and directs a lab focused on language access, indicating professional collaboration.
- agencies Partner — Partners with agencies to achieve educational goals for students.
- philanthropic sources Funder — Works with philanthropic sources to support its mission and programs.
- school districts Partner — Collaborates with school districts to support the education of deaf and hard of hearing students.
- the deaf community Partner — Engages with the Deaf community as part of its collaborative network.
- the educational research community Partner — Collaborates with the educational research community to inform practice and innovation.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural-Linguistic Approach to Deafness 16 orgsmethodology: cultural-linguistic approach to deafnessBy framing deafness as a cultural and linguistic identity rather than a disability, the organization fosters student self-worth and belonging, because this approach validates Deaf identity and promotes academic engagement through cultural affirmation.shared approach: Deaf-Led, Culturally Grounded Model →
- Bilingual Education Model 9 orgsmethodology: bilingual_educationBy teaching in both American Sign Language and English, the organization supports full language development and academic achievement for deaf students because bilingualism affirms Deaf identity and enables cognitive and linguistic access to the curriculum.shared approach: Language-First Developmental Model →
- Inclusive Design Based on Sensory Needsmethodology: inclusive_design_based_on_sensory_preferencesBy applying research on sensory differences to instructional design, such as optimizing captioning in video lectures, the organization enhances accessibility and comprehension because visual communication is adapted to the cognitive and perceptual needs of deaf learners.
- Individualized and Family-Centered Learningmethodology: individualized_instructionBy tailoring language programs and educational pathways to each child’s needs and involving families in decision-making, the organization improves developmental outcomes because personalized instruction and home-language support reinforce learning and parental agency.
- Role Model Engagement for Student Empowermentmethodology: role-model engagementBy bringing in prominent Deaf athletes to deliver motivational programming, the organization strengthens student confidence and focus because visible, successful role models reinforce belief in personal potential within the Deaf community.